GNWT Education, Culture and Employment

Student Financial Assistance keeps a list of available scholarships for NWT students! Check it out to see if there’s any you’re eligible for: https://www.ece.gov.nt.ca/en/services/student-financial-assistance/scholarships-and-bursaries

Only one week left, Have Your Say on updates to the Early Learning and Child Care Regulations. Complete the survey before August 21, 2026.
Learn more: https://haveyoursay.nwt-tno.ca/early-learning-and-child-care-regulations-updates

What do you enjoy doing? What are you good at? What do you like learning about? Career and Education Advisors are available throughout the NWT and work with students in Grades 9 to 12 to discover themselves, explore different paths for after high school and search for opportunities and experiences. To learn more about support available, visit: www.ece.gov.nt.ca/cea

Help us improve the ELCC Regulations. Fill out the survey before August 21, 2026.
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The 2024-25 JK-12 Education System Performance Measures Report shows continued strong participation in early learning across the Northwest Territories. Approximately 85% of NWT four- and five-year-olds were enrolled in Junior Kindergarten or Kindergarten during the 2024-25 school year. Early learning helps build a strong foundation for lifelong learning, development, and success. Read the full report: https://ow.ly/47mW50ZtUsq

Help us improve the ELCC Regulations, your input will help shape important updates to the Regulations.

Have your say! The GNWT is seeking feedback on proposed changes to Academic Year and School Attendance Regulations under the Education Act. The updates would introduce a clear process for making changes to school calendars, including requirements for notice, transparency, and consideration of impacts on students and staff. Feedback is open for 30 days. Participate through the GNWT public engagement portal.

https://haveyoursay.nwt-tno.ca/proposed-changes-to-academic-year-and-school-attendance-regulations

If you are looking for employment or considering a career change, the Government of the Northwest Territories has supports available to help you take your next step. Learn more: https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/newsroom/upcoming-information-sessions-career-employment-and-training-supports

Have your say on proposed changes to the Education Staff Regulations!
The GNWT is seeking feedback on proposed updates that would strengthen teacher certification processes, improve information sharing across jurisdictions, and support consistent professional standards. Feedback is open for 30 days.
https://haveyoursay.nwt-tno.ca/proposed-changes-to-education-staff-regulations

Whether you want to upgrade your skills or need help writing your resume, the Government of the Northwest Territories has programs to assist you in your next career move.

Find out more: https://www.gov.nt.ca/opportunities